Environment

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7366: Requires the public service commission and the department of environmental conservation to conduct audits of private water companies

Establishes the "small water utility transparency act"; requires the public service commission and the department of environmental conservation to conduct audits of certain private water companies; requires certain private water companies which are under certain investigations to file public updates on the status of compliance with such orders.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires audits of private water companies to ensure environmental compliance, strengthening oversight of water quality and pollution control under environmental conservation authority.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Drinking Water

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 5010: Creates a road salt reduction policies and applicator training program for use by state agencies and state contractors

Requires the commissioner of the department of transportation, in consultation with the commissioner of environmental conservation to establish a set of comprehensive road salt reduction policies and to design a road salt applicator training program; requires the department, every state agency and state contractor which uses road salt to use such training materials to train and inform employees on the best practices of using such materials.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates training on road salt's environmental impacts and requires pollution reduction plan for sensitive areas, directly advancing pollution control.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates training for road salt applicators to reduce environmental pollution, promoting sustainable road maintenance practices within transportation infrastructure.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1549: Establishes a program for eligible zero emissions energy systems

Establishes a program for eligible zero emissions energy systems to promote private sector investment for the purpose of meeting the target that by the year two thousand forty the statewide electrical demand system will be zero emissions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes program for zero-emission systems to meet 2040 target, promoting private investment in clean energy infrastructure95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes program for zero emissions energy systems to meet 2040 target, directly advancing clean energy and reducing emissions per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3059: Relates to recycling electronic cigarettes

Relates to recycling electronic cigarettes; requires electronic cigarette manufacturers to submit plans regarding the collection, transportation and recycling of electronic cigarettes to the commissioner of environmental conservation.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires e-cigarette recycling plans to reduce pollution and protect environment via conservation commissioner's oversight95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Recycling

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 6579: Requires electric vehicle charging stations to be installed at certain gasoline stations

Requires electric vehicle charging stations to be installed at gasoline stations when new gas dispensing motor fuel pumps are being installed at such gasoline station; prohibits building permits from being issued when there is not at least one electric vehicle charging station being installed at such gas station.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates EV charging infrastructure at gas stations, promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through infrastructure development.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates EV charging infrastructure at gas stations, promoting electric vehicle adoption and reducing transportation emissions90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1373: Increases the amount of residential solar tax credits

This bill increases the residential solar tax credit to 26% of qualified solar equipment costs, with new maximum credit amounts: $3,750 for installations before 2026, $5,000 for installations in 2026, and $10,000 for installations in 2027 and after. It applies to homeowners who install solar systems in their principal residence within the state, covering equipment purchases, long-term leases (10+ years), and power purchase agreements (10+ years). The credit can be carried over for up to five years if it exceeds annual tax liability, and for low-income taxpayers or those in disadvantaged communities, excess credit may be refunded starting in 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases residential solar tax credit (26% of costs) with higher max credits, providing direct tax relief to homeowners for renewable energy adoption, aligning with fiscal support for sustainable energy.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases residential solar tax credits (26%) to boost renewable energy adoption, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure investment per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases solar tax credits to promote residential renewable energy adoption, directly advancing clean energy use and reducing fossil fuel reliance for environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8895: Relates to the regulation of municipal shooting ranges

Relates to the regulation of municipal shooting ranges, including limiting the hours of operation and addressing noise pollution; directs the department of health to conduct a study describing the contaminants and other pollutants in the ground and water bodies adjacent to certain shooting ranges.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill requires study of contaminants/pollutants in soil/water near shooting ranges and addresses noise pollution, directly supporting environmental protection measures.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 19, 2026

A 8287: Relates to school potable water testing, and standards and requirements to install filtered water stations and faucets

Bill A 8287 requires all school districts and boards of cooperative educational services (BOCES) to conduct triennial testing for lead in potable water systems in their buildings. If lead contamination exceeds a specified action level, affected schools must implement a "filter-first drinking water management plan." This plan mandates the installation of filtered bottle-filling stations (one per 100 occupants) and filtered faucets in areas like kitchens, while rendering other unfiltered water outlets for human consumption inoperable. Schools must also provide safe, free drinking water until remediation is complete, notify parents of test results, and make all testing data and management plans publicly available.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationRequires lead testing and filtration in school water systems, directly improving school infrastructure safety for students and staff, aligning with education infrastructure protection.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates lead testing and filtration in school water systems, directly reducing lead pollution (a form of water pollution control) aligning with environmental protection standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water

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passed · New York · Senate Jun 3, 2026

S 2438: Relates to potable water testing at state and local parks

This bill requires state and local parks to test their drinking water for lead contamination at least once every three years. If lead levels are found to be unsafe, park managers must provide free safe water, shut down affected outlets, post warnings, and share results online. The law also mandates that officials publish a biennial report on these findings and exempts New York City parks if they already have a testing program.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires lead contamination abatement in park water, directly protecting environmental safety and public health through pollution control.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Parks & Recreation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4870: Enacts the NY Home Energy Affordable Transition Act; and repeals certain provisions of the public service law relating to gas service and sale

Aligns utility regulation with state climate justice and emission reduction targets; provides for a statewide affordable gas transition plan and utility home energy affordable transition programs; repeals provisions relating to continuation of gas service; repeals provisions relating to the sale of indigenous natural gas for generation of electricity.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRepeals gas service provisions, aligns with climate targets, promotes affordable clean energy transition and reduces fossil fuel reliance.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill aligns utility regulation with climate justice and emission targets, repeals gas service provisions, and establishes transition programs to reduce fossil fuel reliance and emissions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Utility Regulation

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